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City of Sioux City Housing Authority

Name: City of Sioux City Housing Authority
Address: 405 6th St, Sioux City, IA, 51101, US
Telephone: 7122796980

405 6th St, Sioux City, IA, 51101

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 10 hr ago

About This Property

The City of Sioux City Housing Authority provides 1,205 affordable housing units across Sioux City, Iowa. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 voucher waitlist are currently open for applications. The housing authority serves Woodbury County residents seeking affordable rental options.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

No current information found for the Public Housing waitlist.

Last verified May 2, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Opened June 20, 2025

Apply: Multiple

Preferences include federal preferences for involuntarily displaced persons or those avoiding reprisals; local preferences for Permanent Supportive Housing residency (at least 2 years), Rapid Rehousing participation (at least 3 months), employed (average 20 hours/week for 6 months) or full-time student, disabled or elderly (62+), or those who live, work, or attend school in Sioux City, Woodbury or Plymouth County, IA; Dakota County, NE; or Union County, SD. Homeless Families with School Aged Children (restricted to referrals only). Estimated wait time is 12-18 months.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1205

Fair Market Rent - Woodbury County, IA

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$685
1 Bedroom	$780
2 Bedroom	$1,010
3 Bedroom	$1,228
4 Bedroom	$1,345

Income Limits - Woodbury County, IA

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $15,400
Very Low (50%): $25,700
Low (80%): $41,100

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,600
Very Low (50%): $29,350
Low (80%): $46,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $33,000
Low (80%): $52,800

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $36,650
Low (80%): $58,650

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $39,600
Low (80%): $63,350

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $42,550
Low (80%): $68,050

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $45,450
Low (80%): $72,750

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $48,400
Low (80%): $77,450

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$15,400	$25,700	$41,100
2 Persons	$17,600	$29,350	$46,950
3 Persons	$21,960	$33,000	$52,800
4 Persons	$26,500	$36,650	$58,650
5 Persons	$31,040	$39,600	$63,350
6 Persons	$35,580	$42,550	$68,050
7 Persons	$40,120	$45,450	$72,750
8 Persons	$44,660	$48,400	$77,450

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Sioux City, IA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Woodbury County, IA is: $685 (Studio), $780 (1BR), $1010 (2BR), $1228 (3BR), $1345 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like City of Sioux City Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does City of Sioux City Housing Authority have?+

City of Sioux City Housing Authority has a total of 1205 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Woodbury County, IA?+

For a 4-person household in Woodbury County, IA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $36,650, Low Income (80% AMI): $58,650. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at City of Sioux City Housing Authority?+

City of Sioux City Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7122796980, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

Is there a waitlist for City of Sioux City Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

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